The University of Ghana – Legon branch of the Pentecost Students And Associates’ (PENSA) Evangelism Department, also known as the Hope Committee, on Saturday, July 6, 2024, organised an outreach and donation exercise to support the Trinity Academy Children’s Home.
The outreach had three primary objectives: to share the gospel with the orphans and their caregivers, to provide immediate support and encouragement to the children, and to raise awareness within the congregation about the challenges faced by orphaned children and the importance of community support.
Prior to the event, a donation drive was conducted within the PENSA Legon congregation.
Members generously contributed various items, including water, provisions, toiletries, and monetary donations. These contributions were meticulously collected and organised for delivery to the Trinity Academy Children’s Home.
On the day of the outreach, a team of volunteers from PENSA-Legon visited the orphanage.
They were warmly welcomed by the staff and children. The visit included interactive activities such as preaching the gospel to the children, introducing them to Jesus Christ, and baptising them in the Holy Spirit.
During the visit, the team donated a wide range of essential items, including money, bags of water, rice, sugar, cartons of milk, Milo, sardines, oil, toiletries, and more.
A heartwarming outcome of the visit was that twenty-two children accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour, and seven children were baptized in the Holy Spirit.
The children at Trinity Academy expressed profound gratitude and joy for the donations and interactions, which fostered a sense of hope and belonging.
The Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA) Cape Coast Sector organised a residential retreat dubbed the “Uncommon Leadership Summit” for various leadership groups and working committee members in the Cape Coast zone. The event took place from Friday, June 14th to Sunday, June 16th, 2024, at the PENSA CCTU Auditorium.
The three-day leadership retreat was held under the guidance of Pastor Blessing Joseph Quayson, the PENSA Traveling Secretary.
The PENSA Ghana Coordinator, Elder Issah N. Jeln, opened the summit on Friday evening. He presented on the theme, “Unleashed to Lead with Excellence to Transform Your Campus.”
Drawing from 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Daniel 6:1-4, and Acts 1:8, he encouraged participants to lead with love, integrity, loyalty, and diligence.
Elder Bismark Afrifa Marfo, a working committee member, addressed the topic, “Leadership Integrity: Managing Church Finance” on Day 2 of the event.
Using 2 Corinthians 8:1-24 as his scripture reference, he emphasized the importance of being morally upright, trustworthy, honest, and faithful in managing church finances.
Elder Evans Darko Addo, another working committee member, spoke about the PENSA Discipleship Program (PDP) and the “Reach Out and Take Over” mandate focused on campus evangelism.
He encouraged participants to utilize the PDP system to win more souls for Christ on their respective campuses, urging leaders to ensure that every PENSA member becomes a soul winner.
Deaconess Lucy Araba Asiedu, a member of the National Coordinating Team (NCT), explained the concept and importance of the PENSA Professional Guild (PPG).
She noted that membership in the PPG on campuses aids evangelism, creates networks and connections, and provides more job opportunities, especially after graduation.
Pastor Patrick Ayertey, the Oguaa Abura District Pastor, presented on the “Core Values of the Church of Pentecost.”
He outlined the core values, including evangelism, discipleship, character, prayer, faithfulness, and integrity. He emphasized the importance of being a prayerful leader with integrity.
The Saturday session concluded with a prayer and impartation session led by Pastor Frank Akonnor, the Resident PENSA Campus Pastor at UCC.
The summit culminated with a presentation by Mrs. Esther Mansa Annan Quayson, the wife of the PENSA Traveling Secretary on Sunday morning.
She spoke on the topic, “The Unleashed Leader and Relationships,” drawing from 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, and Proverbs 6:27-29.
She advised leaders to be physically, spiritually, emotionally, financially, and mentally prepared before entering into any pre-marital relationship.
The participating institutions included Cape Coast Nursing and Midwifery Training College (CCNMTC), Psychiatric Nursing Training College (PNTC), OLA College of Education (OLACOE), Komenda College of Education (KOMENCOE), and Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU).
The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, on Sunday, June 9, 2024, dedicated an ultra-modern church auditorium for the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) branch of Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA).
The dedication ceremony was attended by various distinguished personalities, notable among them were Prof. Mrs. Rita Akosua Dickson (Vice Chancellor, KNUST), Mr. Andrews Kwasi Boateng (Registrar, KNUST), Rev. Dr. J. W. Acheampong (Protestant Chaplain, KNUST), Apostle Dr. Amos Jimmy Markin (Evangelism Director, The CoP); Prophet David Kankam Beditor (Area Head, Obuasi), Apostle Ebenezer Hagan (Youth Director, The CoP); Apostle Peter Kofi Dzemekey (Area Head, Asokwa); Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi (Area Head, Ashaiman), Apostle Samuel Osei Asante (Area Head, Kaneshie) and Apostle John Obeng Kesse (Area Head, Suame).
Others were Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku (Area head, New Tafo), Apostle Victor Asamoah (Area Head, Bompata), Apostle Prof. Joseph I. T. Buertey (Resident Minister, PIWC Asokwa/PENSA KNUST Patron), Apostle Prof. Kwabena Agyapong-Kodua (Vice Chancellor, Pentecost University), Apostle Kingsley Addai (Resident Minister, PIWC Accra), Elder Prof. Eric Appau Asante (Deputy Youth Director) and Pastor Ebo Quaye (KNUST Campus Pastor).
Also present was the wife of the Chairman, Mrs Mary Nyamekye, traditional leaders, among others.
In a sermon titled, “Be Unleashed With Fragrance To Transform Your Spheres,” Apostle Peter Kofi Dzemekey, Asokwa Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, encouraged believers to let their actions and presence bring positive change and memories to their environments.
Drawing an analogy between fragrance and its stress-relieving properties, Apostle Dzemekey explained how a pleasing aroma can evoke good memories and create a calming atmosphere.
He referenced John 12:1-11, highlighting the story of Mary anointing Jesus with expensive perfume. “Mary’s act of anointing Jesus with her costly perfume was a profound display of remorse and devotion. The fragrance filled the entire house, symbolizing how our actions can permeate and transform our surroundings,” he said.
Apostle Dzemekey urged the congregation to seize the moment and be proactive in their endeavours.
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it. This is your time,” he emphasized, encouraging everyone to contribute meaningfully to their communities and personal projects.
He assured those who invested in the church building that their contributions are not in vain but investments in their future.
“Mary, once a sinner, used her precious perfume to honour Jesus, and in return, Jesus declared her sins forgiven,” Apostle Dzemekey explained.
He pointed out that Mary’s gesture was not just an act of generosity but a significant indication of her repentance and faith, which brought about her forgiveness.
Apostle Dzemekey called on believers to unleash their own “fragrance” – their unique gifts and good works – to transform their spheres of influence.
“Just as Mary’s perfume filled the house, let your positive influence and good deeds fill your surroundings, bringing transformation and the presence of Christ wherever you go,” he concluded.
BRIEF HISTORY OF PENSA KNUST AUDITORIUM
In the 1980’s PENSA-KNUST used to have its mid-week services, dubbed Miracle Movement, at the Independence Hall Chapel. Sunday services were held at the Africa Hall Chapel. In the early 1990’s, however, all the meetings were held at Africa Hall. Miracle Movement services were held at the Africa Hall Chapel while Sunday services were now held at the Africa Hall Dining Hall. As the group grew, however, these two meeting places could no longer accommodate the growing numbers. In the latter part of the 1990s, there started to be an overflow of crowds during special programmes and the normal Sunday morning and mid-week services. In 2004, PENSA-KNUST moved the venue of its midweek services to the Queens Hall dining hall which helped manage the group’s growing number.
THE IDEA OF A JOINT PROJECT
In 2004 when David Nyansah Hayfron (now Apostle Dr) was called into full-time ministry from KNUST-PENSA and stationed at the then Ayeduase Worship Centre, he mooted the idea for a joint building project between PENSA-KNUST and Ayeduase Worship Centre.
THE 5,500-SEATER CHURCH BUILDING
The magnificent edifice includes a 3500-capacity auditorium for PENSA-KNUST, 200-seater French and International Students Assembly Hall/Conference Room, Protocol/Information Students Executive Interacting Chamber, 20-seater Reading Room, LCC Conference Hall, Resident Campus Pastor’s Office, and an Exhibition Hall/Recording Studio for audio-visual works.
It also contains PENSA-KNUST Departments’ Common Hall/Utility Office; 1 Guest Room; Disability Ramp, 2000-capacity auditorium for Ayeduase Central Assembly, Ayeduase District Pastor’s Office; Conference Hall, Ayeduase District Clerk’s Office; A 500-capacity children’s auditorium at the basement, baptistery, and Sound Control/Media Room and Storage Areas, among others.
Six hundred and twenty-two souls, including 122 children, were won during the evangelism outreach, dubbed “Body and Soul,” organised by the Cape Coast Sector of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA).
The event also saw 268 persons baptised in water by immersion, 200 individuals receive the Holy Spirit baptism, and 194 believers rededicate their lives to Christ.
The outreach was held under the leadership of Pastor Blessing Joseph Quayson, the PENSA Traveling Secretary. It took place from Tuesday, May 7th to Sunday, May 12th, 2024, at Moree District in the Cape Coast Area, under the theme, “Jesus Christ, the Only Saviour of the World” (Acts 4:12).
A three-day retreat was organised from May 4th to 6th, 2024, to prepare and equip members through prayers and teaching sessions. The participants left campus for Moree District on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, energised by the Holy Spirit to preach and win souls for Christ. Upon their arrival, they were welcomed by the District Minister, Pastor George Kweku Tackie, and his executives.
The District Pastor encouraged the students not to be afraid because the Lord was with them and would use them to perform miracles and win souls for Christ. The participants, divided into their respective zones, engaged in various activities such as fasting and prayers, morning devotion, dawn broadcasting, house-to-house evangelism, school visitations, evening services with the local assemblies, and rallies.
God manifested Himself mightily during these activities. A 19-year-old boy suffering from severe head pain that had affected his brain was miraculously healed. A woman named Aunty Akua, who had been suffering from a stroke for three months, received instant healing after intensive prayer and was able to walk. Additionally, a man who had been bedridden and unable to walk for three years was miraculously healed after intensive prayer and walked without any assistance, to the glory of God.
On Sunday, May 12th, 2024, during the closing session, the PENSA Traveling Secretary, on behalf of the students, expressed gratitude to the District Pastor and his wife, the district executives, and the entire membership for their hospitality and support during the outreach.
In total, 70 students participated in the evangelism outreach.
Pastor Albert Sampana who currently serves as the Youth and PENSA Director of The Church of Pentecost in the USA, has emphasised the importance of empowering young people for God’s work.
He said this yesterday (16th of May 2024) when he gave a presentation on the topic “Unleashing Young People” at the Pentecost 2024 Conference taking place at Rudolf Weber Arena at Oberhausen, Germany.
Drawing from biblical stories such as David and Goliath, he highlighted that life’s challenges (‘lions and bears’) prepare young people for greater tasks, saying that they serve as training grounds for the youth, a reason why young people should be consciously unleashed.
He stressed that young people are crucial to transforming the world and called for their strategic preparation, positioning, deployment, and execution to advance the Kingdom agenda.
He also encouraged young people to stand for God, be available, and depend on Him, urging them to rise and make their mark while they are young.
Pastor Sampana concluded that now is the time for young people to harness their potential and respond to God’s call to transform the world.
The Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA) – Kwadaso Sector reported 1,101 souls at its annual Sector Missions outreach. This was disclosed by the PENSA Travelling Secretary, Ps. Isaac Donkoh, during the closing session of the 4th edition of its Sector Missions outreach at Bedieso Central Assembly in Obuasi Area on May 5, 2024.
He mentioned that the Sector, aligning with the Church’s strategic vision, mobilized 118 student missionaries from PENSA AAMUSTED (formerly UEW-K), KNUST Obuasi Campus, and Akrokerri College of Education to engage in aggressive evangelism within six Districts: Apagya, Kyekyewere, Numereso, Tweapease, Fenanso, and Hia in the Obuasi Area of The Church of Pentecost.
The team camped at Dadwen Assembly in Kyekyewere District for a three-day fasting and prayer retreat from Monday, April 29th, to Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, under the theme: “Unleashed to Do the Work of an Evangelist” – 2 Timothy 2:15.
After the retreat session, the student missionaries were dispatched into the various districts for aggressive evangelistic activities, including personal evangelism, dawn broadcasting, rallies, and cinema evangelism from Wednesday, May 1st, to Sunday, May 5th, 2024.
Their dedicated efforts resulted in a total of 1,101 souls won for Christ, including children. Additionally, 160 people rededicated their lives to Jesus, 226 adult converts were baptized in water, and 76 received the Holy Spirit baptism.
The Travelling Secretary attributed the success of the outreach to the commitment, passion, and unflinching love the student missionaries exhibited for lost souls.
At the closing ceremony on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, at Bedieso Central, the Obuasi Area Head, Prophet David Kankam Beditor, expressed his utmost gratitude to the student missionaries for their tireless efforts and dedication.
“I commend you for availing yourselves to be unleashed by God for this great harvest of souls and contribution to the growth and expansion of the Kingdom of God,” he indicated.
Also in attendance were Pastor Samuel Osei Mensah (Area Secretary), Pastor Vincent Ephraim Amegah (Bedieso), and Pastors: Francis Wugban (Tweapease District), Francis Dankwah (Numereso District), Gabriel Nsowah (Fenanso District), Manasseh Agbodeka (Kyekyewere District), Collins Baah (Apagya District), and Joshua Oppong (Hia District) who acknowledged the significant impact of the outreach in their respective Districts. Report by Elder Ballack Sarfo
The “Gospel Across Boundaries” missions outreach by the University of Cape Coast branch of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA-UCC) led by the Campus Minister, Pastor Frank Akonnor has concluded with one local assembly opened, 567 souls won and 259 rededicating their lives to Christ at Komenda, in the Central Region of Ghana.
The outreach was held from Tuesday 23rd April to Sunday, 28th April 2024 under the theme, “One Name, Jesus Christ” with anchor scripture from Acts 4:12.
The PENSA-UCC team was divided into six groups according to the zones in the district with each zone comprising of about 25 students.
The outreach also saw 147 people baptised in water and 110 receiving Holy Spirit baptism with initial evidence of tongues-speaking.
During the outreach, the PENSA Ghana Coordinator, Elder Issah Nwenbe Jeln visited the team and encouraged the team to continue working for the Lord for their labour won’t be in vain, he then spoke to them concerning the upcoming PENSA conference and entreated the team to be involved in the various committees.
Throughout the outreach, there was a mighty move of God. Many signs and wonders followed the proclamation of the gospel. One of the most heartening miracles involved was the miraculous healing of a 70-year-old woman battling with a mild stroke, who could not move but received instant healing at the rally grounds and was able to move freely. Also, Maame Grace Owusu, a woman of about 50 years whose children have abandoned her for over 15 years received a conference call from her children a day afterthe team prayed for her.
Madam Angelina Baidoo, a heavily pregnant woman narrated that she woke up in the morning with severe abdominal pains so she decided to visit the hospital, on her way, she saw that service was ongoing and decided to join and visit the hospital afterwards, but a few minutes after she was prayed for, the pain left her.
At the closing session of the outreach, Pastor Frank Akonnnor remarked “indeed, God’s power is still at work. All glory be to God for the great feat achieved. It is our prayer that the souls won will be nurtured into maturity in Christ”.
In a fire-filled atmosphere at the Aburi Botanical Gardens, energetic young people of the Koforidua Area Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost gathered on Saturday, April 27, 2024, earnestly seeking the face of the Holy Spirit.
Under the guidance of the Koforidua Area Head of the church, Apostle Mike Etrue, the Youth Ministry organised a day-long programme dubbed, ‘Prayer In The Park’ with the theme, ‘Unleashed with Power,’ taken from Acts 1:8.
The event was a powerful display of faith and unity, with pastors and youth workers from the various levels in the Area coming together alongside over one thousand enthusiastic young persons praying to draw strength from on high.
The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as the youth were encouraged to embrace the Holy Spirit and be unleashed for the transformation of their societies.
The programme featured impactful musical ministrations and impartations by the sensational gospel ginger, Elder Patrick Amoako. The air was filled with the sounds of worship, as choreography, drama, singing, and dancing took centre stage, all done to glorify God.
The youth were inspired to walk in the power of God in order to reach out and take over their spheres for Jesus.
As a way of fulfilling the vision mandate of the Youth ministry, the members were empowered to reach out to others who have not yet received the gospel and take over every for Christ.
Through the programme, the hearts of the youth were set ablaze by the Holy Spirit, igniting a passion for serving God and spreading His love.
Report by Koforidua Area Youth Ministry Media Team
The Youth Ministry of the Potter’s Assembly in the Ablekuma New-Town District of The Church of Pentecost has donated assorted food items to vulnerable children at the Village of Hope Orphanage Home in Ayawaso.
The donation, which included water, toiletries, used and brand-new clothes, etc., took place on April 28, 2024, at the premises located in Ayawaso in the Ga North District.
The youth delegation was led by the Youth Ministry Leader, Mr. Joseph Nkoo, and the Secretary, Mr. Richard O. Ntiri. Also present were Elder Emmanuel Segu (District Youth Ministry Leader), Elder Benjamin Ansah, Deaconess Blessing Nkoo, and some members of the Potters Assembly.
Upon arrival, the children greeted the team with great enthusiasm. The team also met with the home’s caretaker, who gave them a brief history of the orphanage.
Presenting the items, Mr. Joseph Nkoo emphasised the importance of providing for vulnerable people within our community (orphans and widows), as seen in James 1:27.
He said that the ministry saw the need to visit and support the orphanage as a way of providing the children with a better livelihood, adding that this also aligns with the vision of the Church to possess the nations.
Elder Emmanuel Segu and Benjamin Ansah took turns offering words of encouragement and inspiration to the children, challenging them to aspire for greater heights despite their predicaments.
Deaconess Blessing Nkoo shared the gospel of Jesus Christ with these kids, urging them to surrender their lives to Him in order to receive His grace and guidance.
Receiving the items on behalf of the home, the caretaker expressed gratitude to the church for their gesture, which will contribute significantly to the operation of the home.
In a full-day retreat marked by spiritual enrichment and strategic planning, The Church of Pentecost, Kaneshie Area, gathered all its dedicated youth leaders, coordinators, and executive members for an insightful and empowering retreat.
Held at the Darkuman Nyamekye Central, the retreat aimed to equip and inspire youth workers to fulfill their roles with passion and purpose.
The retreat began with an intensive prayer and intercession for the Church and the Youth Ministry. The Area Youth Pastor, Pastor Fred Stephen Sarfo, led the attendees in a period of devotion on the topic, “With Me in Charge.”
He admonished the house that so far as God has placed them in leadership position, it means there are tremendous power locked up in them and with that Grace they need to take charge of wherever they have been placed to help develop the Youth while paying particular attention to The Presence of God. This he did, drawing lessons from the story of Joseph in Genesis 39 and 40.
The event featured an esteemed lineup of speakers, each bringing unique insights and perspectives to the table. Mrs. Cecilia Sarfo, the Kaneshie Area Youth Pastor’s wife, kicked off the proceedings by emphasizing the paramount importance of a youth worker’s relationship with God.
Drawing from biblical principles and personal anecdotes, Mrs. Cecilia Sarfo underscored the need for youth leaders to prioritise their spiritual growth and seek God’s guidance in all aspects of their lives, including relationships and marriage.
Mrs. Priscilla Yirebi, a distinguished member of the National Executive Council for Youth and Schools Outreach Ministries, delved into the topic of passion and availability in Christian service.
With fervor and conviction, Mrs. Yirebi challenged attendees to cultivate a deep passion for God’s work and to remain steadfastly available for service, even in the face of challenges and persecution.
Drawing parallels from Scripture and real-life examples, she emphasised the transformative power of passion and availability in advancing God’s kingdom.
Pastor Frank Mensah Tandoh, the PENSA Traveling Secretary for the Kaneshie Sector, also made significant contributions to the retreat, offering valuable insights and practical guidance to the assembled youth workers.
Pastor Tandoh elaborated on the vision outlined in the Youth Ministry’s Vision 2027 document, aligning it with the overarching vision 2028 of The Church of Pentecost. His presentation provided clarity and direction, empowering attendees to align their efforts with the broader goals of the church.
Throughout the retreat, attendees were encouraged to actively engage with the presentations, ask questions, and seek guidance from experienced leaders. The atmosphere was one of unity, amity and spiritual growth, as youth workers from across the Kaneshie Area came together to renew their commitment to serving God and impacting lives.
As the retreat drew to a close, Pastor Fred Stephen Sarfo, the Kaneshie Area Youth Pastor’s presentation on Christian Youth Programming (CYP), imparted a final word of encouragement, urging attendees to develop and raise leaders within their spheres of influence. His impassioned plea resonated deeply with the audience, serving as a fitting conclusion to a day filled with inspiration and empowerment.
